Telescope Techn, Chief

498896 Remote Locations, New Mexico, United States Staff Staff Full-time Closing at: Mar 6 2024 at 23:55 MST Position Title: Telescope Techn, Chief Employee Classification: Telescope Techn,Chief College/Division: Arts and Sciences College Department: 330300-ASTRONOMY Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants Location: Remote Locations Offsite Location (if applicable): Sunspot, NM Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $74,853 target entry to commensurate with qualifications Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.
0 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Summary: The Department of Astronomy at New Mexico State University invites you to apply to be a part of a diverse, dynamic and welcoming learning and working environment at the Sunspot Solar Observatory (SSO) in Sunspot, New Mexico.
Classification Summary: Responsible for the maintenance and operations of telescope facilities and for training, assignment and scheduling of facilities support personnel in operation of the facilities maintenance/support equipment.
Develops and maintains operating procedures and maintenance schedules.
Plans and coordinates maintenance work and supervises contractors.
Contributes to upgrades of equipment and may lead troubleshooting exercises.
Classification Standard Duties: Supervise, direct, delegate, and evaluate work of assigned staff.
Complete design, generate contracts for fabrication, and conduct installation and testing of various electro-, opto-, mechanical systems for complex ARC telescope systems, including interfaces to instrumentation.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to systems, as necessary, and ensure safety and integrity.
Monitor trends and correct anomalies.
Perform troubleshooting and problem analysis.
Provide engineering drawings, schematics, firmware, and operator instructions.
Provide hands-on instruction to other observatory staff for telescope systems.
Specify procedures, schedule, spare lists for maintenance and repair of telescope systems.
Report activities and progress related to telescope systems engineering to Site Operations Manager.
Advise on resolution related to conflicts of priority, schedule, and budget.
Lead telescope and systems-related engineering activities during scheduled telescope maintenance shutdowns.
Document and publish any engineering studies and advances in technology in professional journals.
Specify, procure, maintain specialized mechanical, electronics, and optical test and maintenance equipment.
Develop an annual plan and budget for telescope systems engineering activities and projects.
Perform related duties as required.
Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
; Required Experience: Ten (10) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined; Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.
; Required Certification/License: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KNOWLEDGE: University and department policies and procedures; principles and practices of organization and administration; mechanical design including material selection, adhesives, vacuum systems, structural analysis, digital controls, statistics, thermo dynamics, dynamics and machining; astronomical telescopes, including mechanical drive systems and control servos; optical coatings, general analog and digital electronics, thermal measurement; CAD mechanical design; cryogenics and vacuum systems; fiber optics; writing and organization of drawings and other system documents.
; SKILLS: Short- and long-term range planning; problem analysis and resolution; public contact.
; ABILITIES: Direct, evaluate, train and supervise the work of assigned personnel; communicate effectively in written and oral form; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct several activities; analyze and evaluate information; ability to plan and organize projects; and prioritize work; respond to mechanical contingencies.
Job Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the maintenance and operations of Dunn Solar telescope facility.
The Dunn Solar Telescope facility at Sunspot Solar Observatory located in Sunspot, NM.
This is a remote location 2 hours from NMSU.
Develops and maintains operating procedures and maintenance schedules.
Plans and coordinates maintenance work.
Supervise, direct, and evaluate work of assigned staff.
Design, generate contracts for fabrication, and conduct installation and testing of various electro-, opto- mechanical systems for complex telescope systems, including interfaces and scientific instruments.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to systems, as necessary, and ensure safety and integrity.
Monitor trends and correct anomalies.
Perform troubleshooting and problem analysis.
Specify procedures, schedule, spare lists for maintenance and repair of telescope systems.
Report activities and progress related to telescope systems engineering to Director of Operations.
Specify, procure, maintain specialized mechanical, electronics, and optical test and maintenance equipment.
Develop an annual plan and budget for telescope systems engineering activities and projects.
Working closely with partners, coordinate daily observations and observing programs.
Preferred Qualifications Special Requirements of the Position Department Contact: Jamey Eriksen, 575-437-6822, jeriksen@apo.
nmsu.
edu Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am-3pm but some early morning, late afternoon, weekends, or holidays may be required Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.
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extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.